Mental health treatment linked to better outcomes in CAD, heart failure
Mar 22, 2024
Patients receiving mental health treatment were less likely to be rehospitalized, have an emergency department visit or die from any cause.
Fish oil beneficial for reducing risk for cardiovascular disease progression
May 22, 2024
However, supplements may be a risk factor for atrial fibrillation and stroke in the general population.
Air pollution tied to cardiovascular disease deaths globally
Feb 09, 2024
Household air pollution in low-income countries doubles stroke-related deaths versus outdoor air pollution.
High air pollution days tied to excess hospitalizations
Mar 17, 2023
The findings were seen for ozone pollution and a range of cardiovascular events.
Avocado intake linked to lower risk for CVD, coronary heart disease
Mar 30, 2022
A study found that replacing animal products such as butter, cheese, eggs and processed meat with avocado was linked to lower risk for cardiovascular events. One author disclosed financial ties to the...
More than one in four adults with cardiovascular disease currently smoke
Jun 11, 2021
From wave 1 to 4 of PATH, a <5% decrease was seen in cigarette use and a 0.5% increase was found in e-cigarette use.
Rates of CV risk factors, disease projected to rise by 2060
Aug 02, 2022
In the United States, the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and disease is set to decrease for whites and increase for racial/ethnic minorities.
AHA issues dietary guidance to aid cardiometabolic health
Nov 02, 2021
The guidance includes eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grain foods, choosing healthy sources of protein and other recommendations.
Physical activity in early late life may cut risk for cardiovascular disease
Feb 18, 2022
At least 20 minutes a day of physical activity early in late life is associated with the greatest cardiovascular benefits.
Social, environmental adversities increase risk for heart disease, stroke
Mar 29, 2024
Even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors, environmental factors were independently tied to higher risk.